The Numbers Behind The Hype: What AI Actually Looks Like for Nonprofits, Right Now
AI is Here. Can Your Nonprofit Actually Use It?
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Your AI Prompt Could Be a Security Risk
Why Your Favorite AI Tool Might Be Your Greatest Risk
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What Every Small Business Needs to Know in 2025 | The COVI Way | Episode 17
The Hidden Cost of IT Friction in Small Business
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Why Personal Connection Still Wins in the Age of AI Recruiting | The COVI Way | Episode 16
Why Gratitude and Empathy Drive Real Business Results
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Why Gratitude and Empathy Are Your Most Powerful Leadership Tools | The COVI Way | Episode 15
Why Gratitude and Empathy Drive Real Business Results
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Authentic Brand Storytelling | The COVI Way | Episode 14
Why Authentic Brand Storytelling Beats Flashy Marketing Every Time
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AI That Empowers People | The COVI Way | Episode 13
AI as a Tool, Not a Takeover with Jason Butler
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Why Security Investment Can't Wait | The COVI Way | Episode 12
Why Security Can't Wait: The Hidden Cost of Delayed Investment & Why AI Won't Replace The Need For Trust
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Building Trust Through Technology | The COVI Way | Episode 11
How Star Heating and Cooling Built Trust Through The Right Technology Partner
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Cybersecurity: Why Trust Beats Fear
Employees Become Your Strongest Defense Against Cyber Threats in Trust-Based Cultures
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Building Trust Through Strategic IT Partnerships | The COVI Way | Episode 10
Why Proactive IT Clears the Way for Excellence | The COVI Way | Episode 10
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Why Most Have Standardized on Microsoft 365 for Modern Business
Why Microsoft 365 Has Become the Standard for Modern Business Operations
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Understanding Cybersecurity Risks in 2025 | The COVI Way | Episode 9
How to Balance Security Controls with Operational Freedom
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Why Perfect Plans Still Miss the Mark: The Real Problem with Change
From Spreadsheets to Humans: Understanding Change Resistance
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Modern Risks To Modern Businesses | The COVI Way | Episode 8
The Strategic Evolution of IT Partnerships - Balancing Security and Creativity
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Security In Modern Times | The COVI Way | Episode 7
The Strategic Evolution of IT Partnerships - Balancing Security and Creativity
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Building A Culture of Giving | The COVI Way | Episode 6
How Purpose-Driven Business Models Transform Communities and Drive Success
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Rising IT Costs + Grant Overload: No Need to Panic, Just Plan
How to Handle Rising IT Costs and Grant Shortfalls Without Panicking
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This System Could Be Failing You | The COVI Way | Episode 5
Bringing Order to Communications Chaos: Lessons from a 35-Year Telecom Veteran
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Rethinking IT Partnerships | The COVI Way | Episode 4
Bringing Order to Communications Chaos: Lessons from a 35-Year Telecom Veteran
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Financial Independence with AI-Driven Tools | The COVI Way | Episode 3
Creating Meaningful Change and Financial Literacy with Eric Zhang
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Creating a People-First Workplace | The COVI Way | Episode 2
How to Create a Thriving Workplace—it’s not pizza parties or ping-pong tables.
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WHY I.T. IS MORE THAN TECH SUPPORT | THE COVI WAY PODCAST | EPISODE 1
How technology—done right—helps teams thrive.
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Set Productivity Free through Cybersecurity
In the always-changing cybersecurity landscape, organizations are increasingly susceptible to a variety of threats. These risks can jeopardize not only sensitive data but also overall organizational e
Read articleNavigating Changes and Thriving Securely in the Nonprofit Landscape
In recent times, cybersecurity has transcended its traditional confines within IT departments and emerged as an important topic in boardroom discussions. Why this significant change?
Read articleBoost Your Business: 5 Reasons To Ditch Your Outdated Tech
We all know that feeling: your computer hums like a tired bee, applications are beginning to crawl, and the blue screen of death feels like a frequent visitor. Holding onto old hardware or software mi
Read articleEmpower Your Business with Managed Detection & Response (MDR)
In the landscape of cybersecurity, businesses face a constant barrage of threats that can jeopardize the integrity of their operations. One term gaining prominence is Managed Detection & Response MDR.
Read articlePersistent Footholds
Understanding Persistent Footholds: A Threat to Small Businesses & Organizations
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Read articleGuarding Your Digital Fortress: The Vital Role of Privileged Access Management (PAM)
In today's digital landscape, safeguarding your organization's critical assets is paramount. Privileged Access Management PAM serves as your trusted guardian, protecting your computer system from mali
Read articleExpert Tips & Tricks to Master Windows 11 & Transform the Way You Work
Whether you're an experienced user or just starting out, these Windows 11 shortcuts are guaranteed to boost productivity, optimize efficiency, and transform the way you work. From effortless copying a
Read articleExploring Automated Human Behavior With Cody Lents & Jason Beutler
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Read articleA Robo-Revolution: How RPA Is Transforming Business
In a world increasingly driven by technology, RPA and AI have emerged as indispensable tools for business growth and success. By automating mundane tasks and optimizing processes, organizations have b
Read articleSecure Your Business, Secure Your Future
Recent data released by the Federal Trade Commission reveals the staggering extent of financial losses due to fraud. In 2022 alone, consumers reported a shocking loss of nearly $8.8 billion, marking a
Read articleTechnology's Impact On Culture
Our philosophy on Information Technology can be broken down into three primary focuses:
Read articleWhy Optional Updates Shouldn’t Be Optional
One of the biggest challenges facing organizations today is how to keep their systems secure in the face of constantly evolving threats. The importance of keeping systems up-to-date and fostering a st
Read articleAutomated Signatures
In today's fast-paced business world, email has become an essential marketing touchpoint, allowing companies to communicate with customers and stakeholders quickly and efficiently. With the number of
Read articleCybersecurity For The Modern World
Navigating the digital landscape can be a daunting task, especially with the growing number of cyberattacks and data breaches threatening our online safety. As technology continues to advance, so do t
Read articleWhat is the Dark Web and is it Safe?
Merriam-Webster defines the Dark Web ashttps://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dark%20web: “The set of web pages on the World Wide Web that cannot be indexed by search engines, are not viewable in
Read articleInside Look at Ransomware and How to Prevent it
If you haven’t already seen a headline about it, the use of a troubling form of malware continues to rise among hackers. Ransomware is a form of malware designed to encrypt files on a device, renderin
Read articleWhat are Replication Services?
Creating a process to ensure your data is backed up is critical to securing your network. But what is that process and how does it work? It’s something called Replication Services - and it is at the c
Read articleNew Cyber Risks
Cyber risks are constantly evolving, so it can be hard to keep up with the trends. But using a service like Covi can keep you ahead of the game.
Read articleWhat are IT Managed Services?
Many business leaders often express confusion when it comes to their company’s information technology. As growth occurs, new clients and new employees bring increased needs and it often becomes necess
Read articleEnsuring your Passwords Are Strong with 2 Factor Authentication
Passwords are the barrier between you and your personal information. Ensuring your passwords are strong and incorporating a two-factor authentication 2FA process is critical to securing your accounts
Read articleHow to Decide if it’s Time to Change Your Mission/Vision/Values
If you're developing a business or organization, determining a direction and establishing goals is critical to your success now and in the future. Your company's mission, vision and values can be tric
Read articleIs it Time to Change your Bylaws?
Bylaws can be tricky - especially when discussing if those very guidelines are either helping or hindering your non-profit. Several key factors can help you decide if it’s time to change your organiza
Read articlePersonal Identifiable Information (PII): How to safeguard your most important information
Keeping your personal information safe is critical, but many companies may not understand the differences between just keeping it safe versus incorporating best practices. The basics of Personal Ident
Read articleWhat does a good IT assessment look like and why would I need it?
The goal of an IT assessment is to optimize and create strategies and systems to support them. This assessment's goals should decrease costs, reduce risk, improve security, ensure a great company cult
Read articleThe impact of IT on your customers' experience
What is every company's primary product? The customer's experience. - IT has an enormous impact on this overall experience. It begins with trust. A company's trust is built upon the 3 C's: consistency
Read articleThe impact of IT on employee retention
As business leaders, we have a lot on our plates to accommodate a new worldview and attract the next generation of talent. Decent pay and a job are no longer enough to lure prospective employees, at l
Read articleUpdate Veeam Global Settings with PowerShell
In this post, I'll show you how you can update global settings in Veeam with PowerShell. This is a precursor to a follow-up article I'm going to be writing about moving your Veeam notifications to Mic
Read articleIndianapolis-based ECS merges with Covi
In Indiana, as well as across the U.S., mergers are commonplace. Some last year, like Caesars Entertainment acquiring Centaur Gaming for $1.7 billion may be considered blockbusters.
Read articleIntegrate IT for Mission Success
Over the past several years, technology has begun to transform the nonprofit sector, and has tremendous opportunity to help deliver on their missions in effective and scalable ways.
Read articleEssential 2019 cyber-security considerations
For 2019, the single biggest threat to your organization’s online security remains malicious emails. As nonprofit leaders, it’s up to you to require email security best practices among your crew and i
Read articleFunding technology: Tips for grant writers
According to NetChange’s survey of nonprofits’ use of technology, only 11 percent view their organizations’ approach to digital use as highly effective.
Read articleManaging your technical infrastructure – Hardware Lifecycle and Budget
It does not do to leave a live dragon out of your calculations, if you live near him.
Read articleNetlink: New Brand and Name Change
Netlink Debuts New Brand and Name Change to COVI, Effective June 1, 2018
Read articleLeverage Infrastructure Grant Programs
The largest companies in the world are invested in good corporate citizenship. As a nonprofit leader staying up to date on these opportunities could enhance the resources you have available.
Read articleTechnology and Workplace Culture
With our workplaces more technology-driven than ever, the decisions that managers and executives make regarding a nonprofit’s investments on technology are difficult. How much, how new, how efficient?
Read articleAvoid the Dread and Shakedown of Ransomware
If you were within an earshot of current events in the last few weeks, you didn’t escape the news coverage of the high stakes ransomware attack known as WannaCry. While it may have felt like a Y2K– “T
Read articleSecurity 2017 Update: Spotting and Stopping Everyday Hacking Attempts
Technology security is an ever-changing landscape, with new risks coming quickly and that are subtler. The three examples are from real situations that Netlink has helped clients with in the last six
Read articleDon’t Let Outdated Practices Hamstring Your Nonprofit
Recently, Netlink assisted a for-profit property-management company in its acquisition of multiple apartment complexes in another state. The client planned the acquisition and worked with us to ensure
Read articleTablet or Laptop – What Drives the Decision?
Unless your organization supports the increasing trend toward BYOD Bring Your Own Device, the laptop or tablet battle may still be unresolved.
Read articleMulti-Tasking Myths and Reality
The turmoil of a typical workday creates endless opportunities and constant pressure to do many things concurrently. Our technology lets us conference call during our commute, email during meetings, a
Read articleUnderstanding the Risks and Benefits of Cloud Computing
Cloud computing is a boon to small businesses and organizations. With cloud services handling specific technology tasks, small organizations can reap the benefits. They don’t have to deploy physical i
Read articlePrevention and Planning: Keys to Avoiding and Surviving a Computer Exploit
Understanding computer exploitshttp://www.pctools.com/security-news/what-does-exploit-mean/ like malware and viruses and how to prevent them, are basic business survival skills these days regardless o
Read articleBe Savvy With In-Kind Software Donations
Technology expenses stack up quickly, so it’s a good idea to keep up on where you can maximize your budget and value. One easy way that that many nonprofits use is in-kind donated software offerings f
Read article5 Reasons to Implement a Managed IT Services Solution
Information Technology services are essential to the success of every organization, large or small. With increasingly competitive business environments, CEOs and small business owners are under great
Read articleWhen Passion & Business Combine
I’m into passion. I started my business because I saw that many businesses and organizations needed help sorting through the intricacies of technology, and I knew I could help.
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